University of Florida Drumline "FDL"
2008 FDL AUDITION INFORMATION
Anyone interested in auditioning for the University of Florida Drumline is invited to attend our "hand-sessions" prior to the August 14-15 audition camp. These are not mandatory but strongly recommended. "Hand-Session" Dates (strongly recommended):
- April 26th 10a-3p
- May 17th 10a-3p
- June 21st 10-3p
- July 26th 10a-3p
All sessions will take place at the UF Music Building. At these sessions, we will cover technique used in FDL, the warm-up packet, cadences, and other audition material. We also welcome current high school students that are interested in improving their technique through practice in a college drumline setting.
Things to bring to "Hand-Sessions":
- sticks/mallets
- pad
- 3-ring binder with protective sheets
- music downloaded from this website
- tennis shoes
High School students, if possible, please provide your own snare/quads/basses.
FDL Audition Camp (mandatory):
- Thursday, August 14, 2008 (9am-9pm)
- Friday, August 15, 2008 (9am-9pm)
The line will be set by the end of practice on August 15th. Those earning spots on the 2008-2009 edition of FDL will be required to stay for Drum/Band Camp (August 17-22).
Please make housing arrangements for this time as dorms are not open until August 17. We will assist with last-minute housing necessities as the need arises.
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FDL Audition
Camp Dates:
August 14-15, 2008 from 9 am to 9 pm
